PETS Travel Scheme

Taking your pets to France or Spain by ferry

If you love your holidays but always feel sad at the prospect of leaving behind your four-legged friend, then Brittany Ferries have the answer. With the PETS Travel Scheme, we make it easy for you to take your dog or cat on holiday to France or Spain.

Brittany Ferries are approved carriers for cats, dogs and ferrets travelling under the rules of the scheme. All you need to be on your way together is a valid DEFRA certificate (usually a pet passport,) which is available from any registered vet.

Take your pet to France from just £16.50

From just £16.50 your cat or dog can travel on any of our routes to France, in the comfort of your own car. If travelling to Spain the cost is £69 return which includes kennel accommodation. We think you'll agree it's a small price to pay for so much added enjoyment.

Travelling by ferry with your pet

Find out more about taking your pets abroad including documentation, check-in procedures, information about visiting your pet during the crossing and helpful points to note.

Here's what must be checked by pet owners and vets to ensure compliance with the Pet Travel Scheme. If any of these details are incomplete or incorrect, then the animal will be refused travel. A muzzle is also compulsory on all ferry routes.

In our guide to PETS Travel Scheme

PETS Travel Scheme Summary

What you need (EX UK)

A pet passport or third country certificate showing that the pet has been micro chipped and vaccinated against rabies. N.B. Your pet may not leave or re-enter the UK until 21 calendar days have elapsed from the date of the rabies vaccination. The animal must also be a minimum of 12 weeks old before being vaccinated. Rabies boosters must be kept up to date. A muzzle is also compulsory.

What you need (EX Continent)

Dogs - A pet passport or third country certificate showing the dog has been treated against tapeworm not less than 24 hours, and not more than 120 hours before arrival in the UK. Tick treatment is no longer required. A muzzle is also compulsory.

Cats & Ferrets - A pet passport or third country certificate is required. Tick and tapeworm treatment is no longer needed.